Deadline: June 15, 2025

The Youth for Energy Futures 2025 is a great chance for young people who care about clean energy and climate change. This fully funded program includes an exciting study trip to Germany and France. During the journey, participants will meet experts, visit real energy projects, and learn how Europe is working toward a greener future. The goal of this youth forum is to help young changemakers become future leaders who support a fairer and more sustainable world.

The focus of this year forum is gender equity and energy. Young people will learn how green energy can reduce gender inequality. They will also explore what happens when energy policies are unfair. Topics include feminist city planning and transport poverty. Experts will explain how good planning can help both the planet and people. Participants will see real-life examples and talk to local leaders, researchers, and members of the European Parliament.

The Youth Program in Europe 2025 includes an online workshop in September and a study trip from October 19 to 24. All travel, food, and stay costs will be covered. There is no fee to join. The only thing participants need to do is make a podcast after the trip. This podcast will share what they learned. The trip will help them build skills, make new friends, and become changemakers in their countries.

Benefits

• Fully funded study trip to Germany and France
• Round-trip travel, accommodation, and meals are covered
• Opportunity to meet local leaders, researchers, and energy experts
• Visits to real-life projects related to clean energy and social justice
• Online preparatory workshop before the study trip
• Experience working with like-minded young individuals
• Podcast creation opportunity to reflect and share key learnings
• Skill development in leadership, communication, and teamwork
• A deeper understanding of the link between gender equality and energy transition
• Participation certificate and access to a growing youth network

Eligibility

• Applicants must be between 20 and 29 years old
• Must be a resident of France, Germany, or Italy
• Strong interest in energy, climate change, or social justice issues
• Good command of English to participate in all activities
• Availability for the online workshop in September and the study trip from October 19–24, 2025
• Commitment to contribute a podcast summarizing the experience.

Application

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Prepare your CV (curriculum vitae) in English.
2. Write a cover letter explaining why you want to join and what you hope to learn.
3. Send both documents in one email to contact@virage-energie.org before June 15, 2025.
4. Make sure your email is clear and shows your passion for energy, equality, and sustainability.

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